a skills section at the front of the book
more information on how to write an historical investigation
focus questions at the start of each chapter
more timelines and more graphical presentations
more annotated answers and scaffolds
increased number of short answer questions within each chapter
primary source material
summaries of historiography at the end of each chapter
chapter review questions which provide a framework for note taking
more exam style questions accompanied by marking questions guidelines and scaffolds
in general strengthen all aspects related to preparing for the HSC exam.